Research Guides: International Information: Politics and Elections

Politics and Elections

US Bilateral Relations Fact Sheets
From US Department of State, lists US officials, UN status and relations with other countries, local government officials.

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CIA World Factbook
Maps and flags, economic and demographic statistics, natural resources, political environment, military.
Country Recognition & Relations Guide
US Department of State's official dates of diplomatic relations from 1776 to present
International Foundation for Electoral Systems
"promotes democratic stability by providing technical assistance and applying field-based research to the electoral cycle worldwide to enhance citizen participation and strengthen civil societies, governance and transparency"

Political Risk Yearbook This link opens in a new window
Country Reports that give political and economic risk analyses on 106 countries with focus specifically on political and business information: finding developing markets, determining currency movements, preparing for capital investments, or making judgments about corporate security.